Pinehurst Studio partners with exceptional operators to build and fund global-ready businesses from Taiwan—where design, trade, and technology meet.
Founding a company abroad is hard. Immigration, regulation, fundraising, hiring—it’s a maze that discourages even the boldest founders.Pinehurst was created to bridge that gap. We’re a venture studio for immigrant entrepreneurs building in Taiwan and across Asia. We co-found companies that thrive in the intersection of creativity, cross-border trade, and digital services.Talent → Taiwan → Global Market
Our model combines the best of an accelerator, fund, and operating partner—without the fine print.
| Input | Pinehurst Contribution | Founder Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Founder invests 35% (e.g. NT$350k) | Pinehurst matches 35% (e.g. NT$350k) | Immediate 1:1 capital match from the studio + access to operational, compliance, and go-to-market infrastructure |
| Raises 30% from outside investors (e.g. NT$300k) | Pinehurst provides network credibility, diligence materials, and pitch support | Fully capitalized NT$1M private round positioned for public grant eligibility |
| — | Pinehurst assists with applications to public grants and subsidies** (Taipei Industry Incentive, MOEA SBIR, Accelerator Program(s)) | Potential to unlock ~NT$1M in non-dilutive funding, expanding total deployable capital to ~US $2 M |
**When government matching grants apply, our partners’ private capital requirements drop by 40–50%. This means faster ramp-ups and shorter paths to profitability.
Capital → We co-invest alongside founders—same terms, same risks.
Studio Support → We handle the back-office load: accounting, legal, HR, and ops.
Shared Upside → We win together—through profit participation and equity upside.
We Back Rhino CompaniesWe look for resilient, capital-efficient ventures—not mythical unicorns.
Pinehurst focuses on companies solving real problems in:
AI & creative technology
Digital trade and mobility
Wellness, design, and hospitality
Each studio company begins as a 6-month build-sprint with shared capital and operational support.
Pinehurst is a private venture studio. We co-invest with founders and partners on equal terms. All projects are independent legal entities. No hidden fees. No management layers. Just shared ownership in the companies we build.© Pinehurst Studio Pte Ltd. All rights reserved.
Join the Next Cohort
We’re now accepting applications for our 2026 studio cohort.
Founders receive up to NT$1M in studio funding, workspace access, and eligibility for grant support.
Work With Us
We collaborate with investors, corporates, and cultural institutions who see Taiwan as the next hub for cross-border innovation. Our structure allows for joint ownership, matched grants, and SPV-based participation.
Pinehurst is a private venture studio. We co-invest with founders and partners on equal terms. All projects are independent legal entities. No hidden fees. No management layers. Just shared ownership in the companies we build.© Pinehurst Studio Pte Ltd. All rights reserved.
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